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Schizophrenia Subtypes Quiz

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What are the prominent characteristics of Paranoid Schizophrenia?

Prominent delusions and hallucinations related to persecution or grandiosity (correct)

Prominent disorganized thinking and impaired social functioning

Intense mood swings and emotional instability

Intact cognitive function and preserved affect

Why does the DSM-5 not include specific subtypes of Schizophrenia?

It is outdated and does not recognize subtypes

It focuses only on rigid categorical distinctions

It emphasizes a dimensional approach to understanding schizophrenia (correct)

It lacks comprehensive information about subtypes

How has the classification of subtypes of Schizophrenia evolved over time?

From rigid categorical distinctions to a dimensional approach (correct)

From a dimensional approach to rigid categorical distinctions

It has become more focused on historical subtypes

It has remained unchanged over time

What is the key emphasis of the DSM-5 in understanding Schizophrenia?

Dimensional approach Signup and view all the answers

Which symptoms are often related to Paranoid Schizophrenia?

Persecution or grandiosity delusions Signup and view all the answers

What does drug abuse refer to?

Inappropriate use of substances leading to harm Signup and view all the answers

What can genetic predisposition influence?

Susceptibility to developing addictive behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Why might individuals with psychological disorders turn to drugs?

To alleviate emotional pain Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an illegal substance mentioned in the text?

Cocaine Signup and view all the answers

In what ways can drug abuse result in negative consequences?

Health issues and impaired social functioning Signup and view all the answers